The Somali Ministry of Defense announced a successful operation, "Silent Storm," targeting al-Shabab hideouts in the Middle Shabelle region. The operation aimed to clear remaining elements of the al-Qaida-linked group from key areas in southern Somalia. According to the Ministry, government forces successfully dismantled al-Shabab hideouts without sustaining any losses, and an assessment is underway to determine the extent of damage inflicted on the militants. This event took place on 06/28/2025 at the following location: Middle Shabelle, Somalia.
Incident Type: Military Conflict
Event Type: CT Operation
Total Fatalities: 0
Total Wounded: 0
Police/Military Fatalities: 0
Police/Military Wounded: 0
Civilian Fatalities: 0
Civilian Wounded: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Fatalities: 0
Terrorist/Insurgent Wounded: 0
Number Arrested: 0
Source: Hiiraan Online
